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Rugby
Sep 1, 2019

A guide to the 2019 Rugby World Cup and its host cities

What to do, see, drink and eat in each of the RWC cities as well as match dates and information on stadiums, transport and accommodation.
Japan Times
Uncategorized / TICAD 7 Special
Aug 27, 2019

Port area the center of national firsts, lively excursions

Modern Yokohama might be second in Japan in terms of population but, historically, it has long been a city of firsts.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Aug 24, 2019

A riot of a good time at Hachifukujin, Nishinari's lucky watering hole

Located in Osaka's vibrant, working-class district of Nishinari, this restaurant serves up authentic local dishes at affordable prices.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Aug 10, 2019

Chef Sergio Meza brings a taste of Mexico to Tokyo

For two months, chef Sergio Meza will be running Bar Art-Stand out of Artless Craft Tea & Coffee, serving an ever-evolving menu of small bites and cocktails.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / A Weekend In
Aug 9, 2019

A Weekend in Yokohama: The instant attraction of Tokyo's neighbor

Get your fill in Yokohama, home to Chinatown and Cup Noodles.
Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Aug 4, 2019

Tasty bid brings Tottori Wagyu to Osaka

Although lesser known than other varieties of Japanese beef, Tottori Wagyu is of the highest quality and Tottori Prefecture aims to boost its exposure at a new restaurant in Osaka amid an increasing number of inbound tourists.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / KYOTO RESTAURANTS
Jul 27, 2019

Taiyo: Curry excellence built atop 'waves' of flavor

The first time I went looking for Taiyo, I couldn't find it. But I could smell it. Quite a few people had recommended that I check it out, especially as I have a crater-sized soft spot for curry. And so there I was in Saiin, an unpretentious neighborhood in the west of Kyoto, with the distinct aroma...
LIFE / Digital / ON: TECH
Jul 14, 2019

Small changes for big differences

New ways to take photos, shop online and get toothpicks.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / A Weekend In
Jul 12, 2019

A weekend in Kamaishi and Iwate: Educate yourself in natural disaster

Of all the host venues of the Rugby World Cup, there are none with as tragic a recent past as the city of Kamaishi in Iwate Prefecture.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 11, 2019

In Japan, the business of watching whales is far larger than the business of hunting them

People packed the decks of the whale-watching boat, screaming in joy as a pod of orcas put on a show: splashing tails at each other, rolling over and leaping out of the water.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHY DID YOU LEAVE JAPAN?
Jul 6, 2019

Hitoshi Miyazawa: Taking a multicourse adventure in Australia

Kaiseki, the multicourse meal that is the height of refinement in Japanese cuisine is the modus operandi of Hitoshi Miyazawa, head chef for Ishizuka in Melbourne, Australia.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Jul 5, 2019

Guardian Angels Japan finding less to do in Kitakyushu, one-time city of yakuza 'endless conflict'

Up until five years ago, the city of Kitakyushu had for decades grappled with so many shootings and violent attacks by organized crime groups that it was known as a city of shura (never-ending conflict).
Japan Times
Special Supplements / G20 Osaka Summit Special
Jun 26, 2019

Ancient traditions in harmony with contemporary art

Hospitality is woven into the culture of Kagawa Prefecture. For ages, locals have hosted religious devotees traversing the area on ohenro (pilgrimages).
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / KYOTO RESTAURANTS
Jun 22, 2019

Shokudo Marushin: Light, flavorful teishoku meals

At Shokudo Marushin, chef Shintaro Nakamura serves up simple fare in a laid-back setting.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / JAPANESE KITCHEN
Jun 15, 2019

Soft-set omurice: From the big screen to the kitchen table

A surprisingly difficult dish to master, omurice (rice omelette) is a beloved — and tasty — dish of the yu014dshoku (European-style Japanese cuisine) canon.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / Food Sustainability in Japan
May 25, 2019

For Eat Local Kobe, it's important to stick close to your roots

Through its farmer's market, cafe-supermarket and community events, Eat Local Kobe is building a sustainable and robust network to support the region's small organic farmers.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 20, 2019

Japan startup making paper from stone seeks more pre-IPO funding

Making paper out of rock isn't just a novel idea — it saves water, is both recyclable and biodegradable and uses a mineral resource available anywhere on Earth.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / A Weekend In
May 3, 2019

A Weekend in Shanghai: With so much on offer, where do you begin?

Not sure what to see, eat and do while in Shanghai? Then read our guide to a Weekend in Shanghai. The city offers pockets of tranquility backed up with charmingly dressed-down neighborhoods, awe-inspiring architecture and some of the best food in Asia, making it a fantastic weekend getaway from Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Beyond Tokyo
Apr 26, 2019

MICE work if you can get it: Kansai cities vie for a bigger slice of Japan's 'meetings industry' pie

About 20 minutes by car from Wakayamashi Station, across a bridge to a reclaimed island, lies Wakayama Marina City and the Porto Europa theme park. Its faux Spanish, Italian, and French buildings and European-style street designs give visitors the impression of being on a slightly dilapidated film set....
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Apr 15, 2019

Everything you need to know about this one-of-a-kind Golden Week in Japan

Japan is poised to celebrate the Imperial succession and the start of a new era on May 1 with a festive extra-long 10-day Golden Week from April 27 through May 6.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / KANPAI CULTURE
Apr 13, 2019

Sushi M: Shaking up the world of sushi through sake pairings

Ever since he was a young chef in his early 20s, Michimasa Nakamura has wanted to shake things up in the world of sushi.
Japan Times
LIFE / Lifestyle
Apr 7, 2019

The Moomins find a second home in Japan

With almost 50 percent of the global 'Moomin market' in Japan, MoominValley Park has the ideal audience — nostalgic adults, kawaii fans and, of course, woodland-creature-loving kids.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Northern Italy report 2019
Apr 2, 2019

Kindred spirits in business and culture

Three years after celebrating the 150th anniversary of bilateral relations, Italy and Japan have seen renewed vigor in their long-running partnership. While separated by much distance and distinct traditions, the two countries share a common ground on which they built valuable partnerships — namely...
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Mar 16, 2019

AirKitchen Plus: A new way to find vegan and vegetarian food in Japan

AirKitchen Plus aims to connect users with hosts across Japan who are happy to provide home-cooked vegetarian and vegan meals for their guests.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / Cultivating Craft
Mar 2, 2019

Harvestmoon: Craft beer brewed for every palate

As Japanese brewing regulations relaxed in the mid-1990s, it wasn't uncommon for large Japanese resort companies to open breweries. One such brewery, Harvestmoon, is owned and operated by Oriental Land Company (OLC), which runs the Disney theme parks in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Feb 4, 2019

Ahead of Lunar New Year, Chinese advised to stop pigging out to help save the planet

As Chinese people celebrate the new Year of the Pig this week, environmental campaigners are urging them to eat less pork and help save the planet.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Feb 2, 2019

Back from the brink: Reviving abandoned vineyards in Osaka

Although wine production in the Kansai region dates back over 100 years, changing demographics have since taken their toll on local grape cultivation. To help save the prefecture's remaining fields from abandonment, Tomofumi Fujimaru opened the Shimanouchi Fujimaru Winery in the heart of Osaka.

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